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Israel-Palestine-Jordan
13 more suspects arrested in Balad corruption investigation
2016-09-22
[Ynet] The probe into corruption and fraud in Balad campaign finances widened on Sunday with the arrest of 13 additional suspects; 'we say that this is political persecution designed to harm our good image. In the end, it's a storm in a teacup.'
One hopes the Arab countries spread their filthy lucre thickly among the parties in the conventional Keynesian manner.
The corruption case against Balad has expanded with the arrest of 13 additional suspects, including senior party members, on Wednesday morning. The suspects were detained as part of the investigation into fraud in connection with illegally obtained funds used to finance party activities. The 13 suspects were enjugged
Drop the rosco, Muggsy, or you're one with the ages!
 by the Fraud Investigations Unit of the Israel National Police.

The Balad suspects allegedly smuggled in millions of dollars in cash in suitcases into Israel from abroad for the Israeli-Arab political party.

About 200 people participated in a demonstration in Nazareth in solidarity with Balad following the arrests. Activists demanded that police stop their pursuit of party members and announced that they will continue to protest against the arrests. Among the participants were Joint Arab List members of the Knesset.

In a statement this morning, Balad officials said, "Again, we say that this is political persecution designed to harm our good image. In the end, it's a storm in a teacup. Arab society doesn't believe the lies of the police. Everyone supports us and stands with us. These arrests will not deter us, but rather strengthen our path. We will continue to be a big part in the public struggle for justice."
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